Squad_Truck_for_Tigerville_Fire_Department.pdf

RFP #26003

Greenville County Issue Date: June 27, 2025

Procurement Services Division Opening Date: July 25, 2025

SQUAD TRUCK FOR TIGERVILLE FIRE

DEPARTMENT

RESPONSES MUST BE SUBMITTED ELECTRONICALLY TO:

https:// procurement.opengov.com/portal/greenvillecounty/greenvillecounty

Robert Brewer, NIGP-CPP, CPPO, CPPB

Procurement Services Division Director https://secure.procurenow.com/portal/%7bproject.government.code%7d

Greenville County

Squad Truck for Tigerville Fire Department

I. Public Notice II. Introduction

III. Scope of Work IV. Instructions to Offerors V. General Information

VI. Insurance VII. Evaluation Phases

VIII. Terms and Conditions IX. Sample Contract X. Vendor Questionnaire

Attachments:

A - COG Sub W9

B - Sample Services Agreement

C - Compliance Form

Title: Squad Truck for Tigerville Fire Department

1. Public Notice

Greenville County is soliciting sealed proposals in response to Squad Truck for Tigerville Fire

Department, subject to the conditions and all provisions set forth herein and attached. Sealed proposals will be received through the County’s online procurement portal located at https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/greenvillecounty until Friday, July 25, 2025, 3:00 pm, then publicly opened. The service must be furnished as described and specified herein and submitted to

Greenville County.

All inquiries regarding this proposal shall be submitted via the County’s online procurement Portal, located at https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/greenvillecounty. Please note the deadline for submitting inquiries. All answers to inquiries will be posted on the County’s online procurement Portal.

Offerors may also click “Follow” on this proposal to receive an email notification when answers are posted. It is the responsibility of the Offeror to check the website for answers to inquiries no later than

Monday, July 7, 2025, 3:00 pm EDT.

https://secure.procurenow.com/portal/greenvillecounty

2. Introduction

2.1. Summary

The County of Greenville on behalf of the Tigerville Fire Department is seeking sealed proposals for a

Squad Truck according to the specifications listed in this Request for Proposals.

2.2. Contact Information

Bob Brewer

Procurement Director

301 University Ridge

Suite N-2400

Greenville, SC 29601

Email: rbrewer@greenvillecounty.org

Phone: (864) 467-7200

Department:

PROCUREMENT SERVICES

2.3. Timeline

Release Project Date June 27, 2025

Question Submission Deadline July 7, 2025, 3:00pm

Proposal Submission Deadline July 25, 2025, 3:00pm

Review of Proposals July 28 - August 15, 2025

Tentative Date of Award August 15, 2025

Contract Negotiations August 15 - 29, 2025

Issue Notice to Proceed August 29, 2025 mailto:rbrewer@greenvillecounty.org tel:(864)467-7200

3. Scope of Work

3.1. General Information

It is the intent of these specifications to secure apparatus constructed to withstand the severe and continuous use encountered during emergency firefighting services. The apparatus must be of the latest type, carefully designed and constructed with due consideration to the nature and distribution of the load to be sustained.

These specifications detail the requirements for general design criteria of cab and chassis components, aerial device, fire pump and related components, water tank, fire body, electrical components, painting, and equipment. In evaluating the bid proposals to determine which proposal is the most advantageous, these major items shall be considered.

Apparatus and equipment must meet the specific requirements and intent of the requirements as specified herein. All items of these specifications shall conform to the character of the proposed apparatus and the purpose for which it is intended. Criteria as specified by the National Fire Protection

Association Pamphlet No. 1900, latest edition, entitled "Suggested Specifications for Motor Fire

Apparatus", as approved by the American Insurance Association and International Association of Fire

Chiefs, are hereby adopted and made a part of these specifications the same as if they were written out in full, insofar as they apply and are not specifically modified in the following detailed specifications. Each bidder shall provide only that equipment as required in the following specifications.

The fire apparatus and equipment to be furnished in meeting these specifications must be the products of an established, reputable fire apparatus and/or equipment manufacturer. Each bidder shall furnish satisfactory evidence of the manufacturer's ability to construct, supply service parts and technical assistance for the apparatus specified. Each bidder must state the location of the factory and location for post delivery service.

Each proposal shall be accompanied by a detailed description of the apparatus and equipment it proposes to furnish. It is the intent of these specifications to cover the furnishing and delivery of a complete and soundly engineered apparatus equipped as specified. Minor details of construction and materials, where not otherwise specified, are left to the discretion of the contractor, who shall be solely responsible for the design and construction of all features.

Brand names or model numbers have been specified for some items. These have been carefully selected because of their reliability and availability for replacement locally. In order to be most responsive, items named, or an item "equal to" the particular item specified by brand name or model, should be contained in the proposal. It is the bidder's responsibility to prove to the Tigerville Fire

Department that an item bid as "equal to" a particular specified item, is truly of equal quality, design, and function. The Tigerville Fire Department maintains the right to make a final decision as to the acceptability of an item bid as "equal to" a particular specified item.

The mention in the specifications of apparatus, equipment or material by brand name or by such specified description of same as is hereby made, is intended to convey to the bidder's understanding, the degree of excellence required. Any article, equipment, or material, which shall conform to the standards and excellence so established, and is of equal merit, strength, durability and appearance to perform the desired function, is deemed eligible for offer as a substitute. The qualifications of the offering shall be judged as to their conformance with these specifications. Any equipment offered other than herein specified shall be subject to a competitive demonstration and evaluation shall be subject to a competitive demonstration and evaluation by the using department. Such demonstration to be provided on request within ten working days after the receipt of bids.

The result of that demonstration and evaluation shall be of prime importance in the recommendation to the governing body for the final contract award.

No exception shall be allowed for any of the aforementioned instructions. Proposals not submitted in accordance with these instructions shall be rejected.

The Fire Department reserves the right to reject any or all proposals deemed to be unresponsive and also reserves the right to waive any informalities, irregularities and technicalities in procedure.

The Fire Department reserves the right, before awarding the contract, to require a bidder to submit evidence of his qualifications as may be deemed necessary. Documentation, which may be required, is financial soundness, technical competency, and other pertinent qualifications of a bidder, including past performance (experience) with the Fire Department.

3.2. Compliance Instructions

Each responder must complete the Compliance Form by indicating compliance with these specifications by marking "YES" or "NO" in the appropriate column for each individual paragraph of this specification. The Compliance Form is located in the Attachments section of the RFP. Indicating "YES" to a paragraph shall mean full compliance; indicating "NO" shall mean an exception is being taken. Any deviation from the specification, no matter how small, must be so annotated. All exceptions must be fully explained on a separate page, titled "Exceptions", giving reference to the page and paragraph where the exception is being taken. Drawings, photographs, and technical information about the exception shall be included as necessary. Any exceptions may be considered during the evaluation process, and the decision shall be final. Failure to comply with this requirement shall result in the proposal being rejected.

The Tigerville Fire Department shall be the sole arbiter as to what exceptions may be allowed or disallowed. In the event a responder fails to make any indication of compliance for any or all provisions it will be assumed that the responder is taking total exception to the specification and the proposal shall be disallowed.

Proposals taking total exceptions to specifications shall not be accepted.

3.3. Fire Apparatus Completion Documentation

The contractor shall supply, at the time of delivery, at least one (1) copy of the following documents:

The apparatus manufacturer's record of apparatus construction (build) details, including the information listed below:

o Apparatus Owner's name and address o Apparatus manufacturer, model and serial number https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/greenvillecounty/projects/179278/document?section=1647016 o Apparatus Chassis make, model and serial number o Front tire size, and total rated capacity (in pounds) o Rear tire size, and total rated capacity (in pounds) o Apparatus Chassis weight distribution in pounds, with water and equipment mounted, front and rear o Apparatus Engine make, model, serial number, rated horsepower, rated speed and governed speed.

o Type of fuel(s) used by apparatus and fuel tank(s) capacity o Apparatus electrical system - Voltage and Alternator output (in amps) o Battery make, model and total capacity (in cold crank amps) o Transmission make, model and serial number: If equipped, chassis transmission PTO(s) make, model and gear ratio o Pump make, model, rated capacity in gallons per minute (GPM) and serial number o Apparatus water tank certified capacity in gallons o Paint manufacturer and paint number(s)

The apparatus manufacturer shall provide documentation from a certified weight scale. This documentation shall show actual loading on the front axle, rear axle(s) and overall vehicle weight. This weight shall include the weight of the "full" apparatus water tank. This documentation shall be provided with the completed apparatus build to determine compliance with NFPA 1900 latest addition.

3.4. Apparatus FMVSS Certification

The chassis shall be certified by the apparatus manufacturer as conforming to all applicable Federal

Motor Vehicle Safety Standards in effect at the date of contract. This shall be attested to by the attachment of a FMVSS certification label on the vehicle by the contractor who shall be recognized as the responsible final manufacturer.

3.5. Apparatus Records Retention

The successful bidder shall be responsible for preparing and maintaining a record file of parts and assemblies used to manufacture the apparatus. These records shall be maintained in the factory of the bidder for a minimum of twenty (20) years. File shall contain copies of any and all reported deficiencies, all replacement parts required to maintain the apparatus, and original purchase documents including specifications, contract, invoices, incomplete chassis certificates, quality control reports and final delivery acceptance documents. The Tigerville Fire Department shall have access to any and all documents contained in this file upon official written request.

3.6. Service Center and Capabilities

The bid requires the successful bidder to have both mobile service capability and an authorized fixed service facility within 30 miles of Tigerville Fire Department, 2605 SC-414, Travelers Rest, SC 29690. This service facility shall be available within 24 hours of request at either the fixed location or with mobile service. The successful bidder shall have a 24 hour call line in order to request emergency service.

Once a service request is made, a scheduled service call shall be arranged with a factory authorized representative of the manufacturer of the OEM. Any service technician representing either the manufacturer or the successful bidder shall be certified as an Emergency Vehicle Technician (EVT). {No

Exceptions}

3.7. Special Conditions

No proposal shall be considered unless the bidder can meet the special conditions stated herein.

The complete apparatus must be manufactured in the United States of America.

3.8. Technical Information

Bidder shall furnish free of charge, upon request, technical information, graphs, charts, photographs, engineering diagrams, steering geometry, drive train certifications, instruction guides, or other documentation as requested to show that the equipment offered fully complies with these specifications.

3.9. Apparatus Delivery Time

Each bidder shall state the completed apparatus delivery time based on the number of working days, starting from the date the sales contract is signed and accepted by the apparatus manufacturer.

Delivery Time: working days

3.10. Fair, Ethical and Legal Competition

In order to provide fair, ethical and legal competition, the original equipment manufacturer (OEM) or the parent company of the OEM will not have ever been fined or convicted of the following in any domestic or international fire apparatus market:

• Price Fixing

• Bid Rigging

• Collusion

3.11. Non-Collusive Bidding Certification

By submission of this proposal, each bidder and each person signing on behalf of any bidder, certifies, and in the case of a joint bid, each party thereof certifies as to its own organization, under penalty of perjury, that to the best of their knowledge and belief:

• The prices in this proposal have been arrived at independently without collusion, consultation, communication, or agreement, for purpose of restricting competition, as to any matter relating to sale price with any other bidder or any competitor.

• Unless otherwise required by law, the prices that have been quoted in this bid have not been knowingly disclosed by the bidder and shall not knowingly be disclosed by the bidder prior to opening, directly or indirectly, to any other bidder or to any competitor.

• No attempt has been made by the bidder to induce any other person, partnership, or corporation to submit or not to submit a bid for the purpose of restricting competition.

• That all requirements of the law including amendatory provisions as to non-collusive bidding have been complied with.

3.12. Material and Workmanship

All equipment furnished shall be guaranteed to be new and of current manufacture, to meet all requirements of these specifications.

All workmanship shall be of high quality and accomplished in a professional manner so as to insure a functional apparatus with a pleasing, aesthetic appearance.

3.13. Inspection Visits

The successful bidder shall provide one (1) factory inspection trip to the apparatus manufacturer's facility. Transportation, meals, lodging, and other requisite expenses shall be the bidder's responsibility.

Accommodations shall be for three (3) Fire Department representatives per trip.

The factory visits shall occur at the following stages of production of the apparatus:

• Final Inspection Upon Completion

Travel arrangements less than 300 miles from the manufacturing facility shall be via ground transportation.

The Tigerville Fire Department maintains the right to inspect the apparatus, within normal business hours, at any other point during construction. Expenses incurred during non-specified inspection visits shall be the responsibility of the Tigerville Fire Department.

3.14. Apparatus Delivery

Delivery of the apparatus to the Tigerville Fire Department shall remain the bidder's responsibility.

On initial delivery of the fire apparatus, a qualified and responsible representative of the contractor shall demonstrate the apparatus and provide initial instruction to representatives of the customer regarding the operation, care, and maintenance of the apparatus and equipment supplied.

3.15. Mandatory South Carolina Dealer's License

In order to protect the customer from possible fraudulent bids or inability to enforce warranty requirements, the bidder must be a fully licensed South Carolina Motor Vehicle Dealer. A copy of a valid, current license must be included with proposal.

Failure to include this license with bid will result in immediate rejection of bid.

If the bidder unable to provide the dealer's license and the surety bond that is required of all motor vehicle dealers, this is indication that the bidder is not financially solvent and secure and therefore, their proposal will be considered non-responsive and not considered.

3.16. U.S.A. Manufacturer

The entire apparatus will be assembled within the borders of the Continental United States to insure more readily available parts (without added costs and delays caused by tariffs and customs) and service.

3.17. Dealer Services

Prior to delivery of the apparatus, the successful bidder shall perform a bumper-to-bumper inspection and pump test at no cost to the customer.

During the first year of the truck’s warranty period, the bidder shall provide warranty inspections at 120 and 330 days after delivery at no charge to the customer.

All manufacturer covered warranty issues shall be taken care of by the bidder’s service center as prompt as possible after being notified by the customer. The customer shall not be charged for any parts, labor or travel associated with a manufacturer approved warranty claim.

3.18. Full Time Service and Warranty Staff

The bidder must have ten (10) full time employees on staff dedicated to their service center’s apparatus parts and warranty division. The bidder must also employee one (1) dedicated full time employee to warranty.

3.19. Apparatus Specifications

2024 Ram 3500 (D28L92) Tradesman 4x4 Crew Cab 8' Box

• Interior: Diesel Gray/Black, HD Vinyl 40/20/40 Split Bench Seat

• Exterior 1: Flame Red Clearcoat

• Exterior 2: No color has been selected.

• Engine: 6.7L I6 Cummins Turbo Diesel

• Transmission: 6-Speed Automatic 68RFE

• Quick Order Package 2HA Tradesman

• Tradesman Level 1 Equipment Group

• Special Service Vehicle Group

• 220 Amp Alternator Inc.

• Transmission: 6-Speed Automatic 68RFE

• 3.73 Axle Ratio

• Engine: 6.7L I6 Cummins Turbo Diesel

• 115V Auxiliary Front Power Outlet

• Auxiliary Switches Prep Inc.

• I/P Mounted Auxiliary Switches

• Clearance Lamps

• Rear Wheelhouse Liners

• Flame Red Clearcoat

• Tires: LT275/70R18E BSW AS

• Diesel Gray/Black, HD Vinyl 40/20/40 Split Bench Seat

• Radio: Uconnect 5 w/8.4" Display

• Wheels: 18" x 8.0" Steel

• Rear Backup Alarm

• 2 Additional Key Fobs

• Dual Alternators Rated At 440 Amps

• Trailer Brake Control

• Upfitter Electronic Module (VSIM) Inc.

• GVWR: 12,300 lbs.

CENTER CONSOLE

A Havis center console shall be furnished and shall be located between the driver and officer's seats.

The center seat shall be removed to accommodate the center console.

The forward area of the console shall have a mounting surface for emergency lighting switch panels and/or electronic siren control boxes within reach of the driver or officer. In addition, the console shall be equipped with two (2) cup holders and two (2) armrests.

Two faceplates to be included would be a Motorola radio and Soundoff Blueprint Controller.

The console shall be painted with black spec paint. Color to be determined at preconstruction.

RANCH HAND SPORT FRONT BUMPER WITH GRILLE GUARD

The Sport Front Bumper is winch-ready and accommodates up to a 16,500 lb. winch. Work and adventure ready, they are built from formed channel and diamond-plate steel and offer a 2" receiver.

Made for 3/4- and 1-ton diesel trucks.

16,500# WARN WINCH

A Warn 16.5TI thermometric Winch shall be provided and installed, 97740. The 16.5TI features the full diagnostic ability of Warn thermometric technology, plus the extreme sealing, durability, and reliability that the Warn TI Series of Winches are known for. The new, more efficient design delivers faster line speeds and lower ampere draw. The winch shall have an aluminum solenoid housing cover.

The Warn 16.5TI shall have the following features:

• Extreme-duty sealing helps protect the winch from the outside elements

• Series-wound, high-speed motor provides fast line speed and strong pulls

• Exclusive brake design provides superior control while winching

• Aluminum control box cover for added protection of the electronics

• Durable 3-stage planetary geartrain for smooth, reliable, operation

• Remote control with 12' (3.7m) lead and thermometric LED indicator for operator feedback

• Chip-resistant powder-coated finish with primer undercoating for superior corrosion protection

• 80' of 3/8" lightweight, easy to handle Spydura Pro synthetic rope

• Limited Lifetime Warranty for Mechanical Components. Limited Seven (7) year warranty for

Electrical Components.

KUSSMAUL "SUPER" AUTO EJECT

A Kussmaul Super Auto Eject Model #091-55-20-120, 20-amp 120-volt shore power assembly, cover, solenoid input wire, power cord, and plug shall be installed. The 12 volt solenoid shall eject the shore power cord away from vehicle path upon sensing engine start. After ejection, the weatherproof cover snaps into position over inlet. The unit shall sequence energizing of an Auto Eject, eliminating terminal arching when connecting and disconnecting power cord.

The unit shall have a waterproof back enclosure with watertight cable fittings, which protect mechanism from road contamination.

KUSSMAUL AUTO EJECT COVER

The Kussmaul auto-eject connection shall be equipped with a Red weatherproof cover.

The shoreline receptacle shall be located on the driver side cab fender as directed by the fire department.

ULTIMATE POWER INVERTER

An Ultimate Power inverter UP12/2000PCUL shall be provided and installed. The inverter shall have

2,000 continuous output power (watts) with a maximum output power (watts) of 2,950. The Ultimate

Power inverter-charger is low frequency, transformer based system designed to power ample loads over an extended period of time. It features a non-corrosive exterior cabinet, internal ventilation fans to dispense heat, heavy duty fittings and plastic assembly, a GFCI outlet and terminal block to hard wire AC input and output. A programmed algo rhythm monitors the four-stage battery charger from bulk charge to trickle.

120 VOLT 5-20R RECEPTACLE IN EMS COMPARTMENT WIRED TO SHORELINE

One (1) 120-volt 5-20 R household type receptacle(s) shall be located in the rear crew area of the cab as directed. The receptacle(s) shall be wired into the shoreline receptacle to provide a 120 volt power source for fire department equipment.

120 VOLT 5-20R RECEPTACLE IN BED COMPARTMENT WIRED TO SHORELINE

Two (2) 120-volt 5-20 R household type receptacle(s) shall be located in the bed cover toolbox storage compartment as directed, one (1) driver and one (1) officer side. The receptacle(s) shall be wired into the shoreline receptacle to provide a 120 volt power source for fire department equipment.

ANTENNA INSTALLATION

One (1) antenna mounting base(s) model #MATM with 17' of coaxial cable shall be provided and installed on the cab roof. The attached antenna wire(s) shall be run to the center console.

The Fire Department is responsible for having the correct antenna whip installed once the apparatus is delivered.

WESTIN HDX DROP DOWN NERF STEP BARS

A set of Westin HDX Drop Down Nerf Step Bars with a black powder coated finish, model #56-13565, shall be installed on the apparatus to provide step support under the apparatus cab doors. The step bars shall feature a solid 1-piece steel construction and heavy duty punch plates creating high traction step areas. The steps shall come with a manufacturer three (3) year limited warranty.

CREW CAB REAR STORAGE MODULE

The rear seat of the crew cab extension will be removed, and a .125" aluminum storage module will be installed

The module will feature three permanent transverse shelves at a height directed by the fire department. The module shall be installed utilizing the previous bolt holes of the rear of cab seats. The module shall be as wide, deep, and tall as possible utilizing as much space as can be used in the rear of the cab.

In the storage module shall be a Streamlight DC five (5) bank charger, 90912. The charger shall be wired to a constant battery power. The exact location shall be determined by the fire department.

CREW CAB REAR STORAGE MODULE LED STRIP LIGHTING

The compartments shall be equipped with TecNiq LED flexible white light strips on each side of the interior door opening, E41-W010-1. The light strips are ultra thin, 3/16" sections installed with 3M abrasive tape back. The lights shall be designed and manufactured to be water proof meeting the IPX7 industry standard. The lights shall be installed on the bottom of each shelf to illuminate each section of the storage module.

BLUE SEA FUSE BLOCK - 6 CIRCUIT IN CREW CAB STORAGE MODULE

One (1) Blue Sea 5025B, 6 circuit fuse block shall be installed. This block has a maximum amperage of 60

Amps per block and 30 Amps per circuit.

BACKUP CAMERA SYSTEM

The backup camera system shall be provided by the chassis manufacturer and shipped loose for upfitter to install.

A.R.E. MODEL: 26" DCU MAX• DCU Height: 26"

• DCU Color: Painted to Match

• Color Code: Flame Red Clear

• DCU Interior: No Skin

• Rear Door Choice: Double Full

• Driver Side Door Choice: Full Length Door

• Passenger Side Door Choice: Full Length Door

• Driver Side Toolbox Choice: Standard Toolbox (Steel)

• Passenger Side Toolbox Choice: Standard Toolbox (Steel)

• Front Window Choice: No Window

• Lighting Option Choice: Prop Switch at Rear

• Lighting Placement Choice: Driver Side Single Door Rope Light

• Lighting Option Choice: Prop Switch at Driver Side

• Lighting Placement Choice: Passenger Side Single Door Rope Light

• Backup Camera Option: Backup Camera with Truck Wiring Harness (will utilize your trucks screen)

****EMERGENCY LIGHTS PACKAGE****

SOUNDOFF SIGNAL BLUEPRINT LINK

BluePRINT Link® Micro Kit, includes Module and Vehicle Harness for Dodge Ram 1500 (2013-2018) and

Dodge Ram 1500 Classic / SSV 2019-2024, and Dodge Ram 2500-5500 2013-2024

When used with the bluePRINT central controller, the bluePRINT Link module allows access to a variety of the vehicle’s data parameters by incorporating the bluePRINT Link module into the vehicle, the need to splice into discrete wire triggers can be greatly reduced. Not only does this reduce the time required to install a bluePRINT system into a vehicle, it also increases system reliability due to issues when wiring into discrete triggers.

The BluePRINT Link also provides access to vehicle parameters that may not have been available via discrete wires, such as engine coolant temperature, engine RPM, and throttle pedal position, to name a few. Just like the discrete wires, the vehicle parameters can be mapped as input triggers to automate the control of vehicle lighting.

SOUNDOFF SIGNAL 500 SERIES BLUEPRINT REMOTE HEAD SIREN

BluePRINT® 500 Series Remote Control System with Knob Control, 10-

16v - 200 watt dual-tone. The siren head shall be mounted in the center console.

SOUNDOFF SIGNAL BLUEPRINT SYNC MODULE

BluePRINT Sync® Module, includes GPS Antenna, ECE R10 Certified

Add-on component for the bluePRINT System to provide warning system coordination between vehicles

Sync-equipped emergency vehicles will automatically flash in perfect timing when using the same pattern.

SOUNDOFF SIGNAL BLUEPRINT REMOTE NODE

BluePRINT® Remote Node with Magnetic ID Expand bluePRINT®’s capabilities with four 10-amp solid state switchable outputs, six 5-amp solid state switchable outputs and four positive or negative activated inputs.

100J SERIES COMPOSITE SPEAKER/UNIVERSAL BAIL BRACKET- 100 WATT

Soundoff Signal 100 Watt Speaker (2 for dual tone). The siren shall be mounted one on each side of the front bumper.

SOUNDOFF SIGNAL AFTERSHOCK BRACKET

Aftershock Speaker Bracket (no drill) for the Dodge Ram 1500+ (5th generation only) 2019 - 2024, Frame

Mount/Driver Side.

SOUNDOFF SIGNAL AFTERSHOCK 100 RUMBLER SYSTEM

LF Aftershock Siren System, includes: 100-Watt Speaker, 200-Watt Amplifier and Universal Bracket

Low frequency sound waves create deep warning tones that are more effective for alerting and communicating with motorists. This shall be mounted behind the bumper.

SOUNDOFF SIGNAL NXT LIGHTBAR 54” CUSTOM

54"/137cm 9-32 VOLT NFORCE NXT SAE LED LIGHTBAR W/ 15' LIN DSC

TECHNOLOGY /D24/|D12||D12||D12||D12||D12||D12||D12 |\D24\ /R_W/

|R_W||R_W||R_W||R_W||R_W||R_W||R_W | \R_W\ |D06|--GRT-||--GRT---||GRT||--GRT---|OGRT-

D06| |R_W|--CLR-||--CLR---||CLR||--CLR---|OCLR--| R_W| \D24\

|D12||D12||D12||D12||D12||D12||D12|

/D24/ \R_W\|R_A||R_A||R_A||R_A||R_A||R_A||R _A|/R_W/Domes - Polycarb [D|12|6|12|P]

Certs - SAE RW|RW

Accessories - PNFLBSPLT1, AUTODIM

Mount - Standard Fixed Height Mount

(PNFLBK14)

Hook - PNFLBF36

Vehicle - 2024 Dodge Ram 3500

The lightbar shall be center mounted on the rooftop, even with the driver and officer side cab doors.

SOUNDOFF SIGNAL MPOWER 6X4 STUD MOUNT, DUAL COLOR R/W

Mpower® 6x4 Warning Light w/ Stud Mount, SAE J595 Class 1, CA Title 13 certified, NFPA, KKK-1822-F, 9-

32 Vdc, 1.5' Pigtail, Clear Housing/Lens, 24 LEDs, Dual Color, Red/White. Four (4) of these shall be mounted on the brush guard spaced at each corner of the grille if the brush guard.

SOUNDOFF SIGNAL MPOWER 6X4 STUD MOUNT, DUAL COLOR R/A

Mpower Fascia 6"x4" mpower with Stud Mount 24 LED (Dual) 9-32 Volt SAE with 1.5' Pigtail

Clear Housing/Lens RED/AMB. Four (4) shall be mounted on the C upper rear on the ARE cover. Two (2) shall be in the top corners and two (2) shall be inboard of the tri-color mPowers.

SOUNDOFF SIGNAL MPOWER 4X2 SURFACE MOUNT LIGHT-5 WIRE, STUD MOUNT (DUAL COLOR R/W)

Mpower® Fascia 4x2 Light w/ Stud Mount, 18" 5-wire w/ sync option & 1.5 Pigtail, SAE Class 1 & CA Title

13, 9-32 Vdc, Black Housing, 24 LED, Dual Color - Red/White SOUNDOFF SIGNAL MPOWER 4X2 SURFACE

MOUNT LIGHT-5 WIRE, STUD MOUNT (DUAL COLOR R/W) Four (4) shall be mounted on the B/D upper of the ARE cover. Two (2) shall be mounted forward of the B/D upper mid and two (2) shall be mounted in the B/D upper rear on the side of the ARE cover.

Four (4) shall be mounted on the lower portion of the truck as well. Two (2) shall be mounted in the B/D lower front on the upper portion of the fender flare. Two (2) shall be mounted in the B/D lower rear on the upper portion of the fender flare.

SOUNDOFF SIGNAL MPOWER 4X2 SURFACE MOUNT LIGHT-5 WIRE, STUD MOUNT (DUAL COLOR R/A)

Mpower Fascia 4"x2" mpower Fascia with Stud Mount 24 LED (Dual) 9-32 Volt SAE with 1.5' Pigtail

Black Housing with Clear Lens RED/AMB. Four (4) of these lights shall be mounted on the C lower rear. Two (2) shall be mounted on the rear bumper and two (2) shall be mounted on the vertical ends of the ARE cover between the top of the truck bed and the 6x4 mPower R/A in the C upper.

SOUNDOFF SIGNAL MPOWER 6X4 STUD MOUNT. TRI-COLOR R/A/W

Mpower Fascia 6"x4" mpower with Stud Mount 36 LED 9-32 Volt SAE with 1.5' Pigtail Clear

Housing/Lens RED/AMB/WHT. Two (2) of these lights shall be mounted in the C upper between the mPower R/A 6x4.

SOUNDOFF SIGNAL MPOWER 4X2 CHROME BEZEL

Chrome 4x2 Bezel (includes gasket & hardware kit) for use with mpower® Fascia 4x2 Screw Mount Lights

SOUNDOFF SIGNAL MPOWER 6X4 STUD MOUNT. CHROME BEZEL

Chrome Single Bezel (includes gasket & hardware) for use with mpower® 6x4 Screw or Stud Mount

Lights

WHELEN ARGES REMOTE SPOTLIGHT

The Arges® Remote Spotlight is a game-changer in first responder lighting, providing 360 degrees of continuous rotation and a 180-degree tilt range for unmatched coverage. Built with safety and performance in mind, Arges delivers precise, responsive control, allowing you to direct light exactly where it’s needed, even in the most demanding environments. Whether illuminating a search area or enhancing roadside visibility, Arges is designed to excel in a variety of operations and applications.

Featuring Core® and WeCanX™ compatibility, Arges integrates seamlessly with Whelen’s advanced control systems, allowing for easy customization and smooth operation. Crafted with our most innovative technology, this spotlight offers optimal versatility and reliability, making it a vital tool for law enforcement and emergency response vehicles.

The Arges lights are to be mounted one on each side of the front fender. The controller shall be mounted on the center console.

1000 POUND FLOOR MOUNTED ROLL OUT TRAYS

Floor mounted roll-out trays shall consist of heavy duty, roller bearing slide tracks with a load rating of

1000 pounds, securely fastened to the compartment floor. The tray shall be fabricated from 3/16" brushed aluminum with a minimum 2" high flange on each of the four sides to assist in retaining the equipment stored on each tray. The slide tracks shall have a 100% extension, allowing the tray to extend out of the compartment completely.

The 1000 pound floor mounted roll out trays shall be located as follows:

Two (2) shall be in the rear truck bed.

The following items shall be stored on the pull out trays:

Driver Side Roll Out Tray:

The rear of the tray closest to the rear swingout doors shall be an area with nothing mounted to create space for the storage of driver’s turnout gear.

• Confined space stokes basket with 75’ throw bag stored in stokes basket

• Married set with flathead axe and halligan bar

• Scott RIT Pack

• Water Cooler

• Six (6) salvage tarps

• Generac 3,300kw generator

Officer Side Roll Out Tray:

The rear of the tray closest to the rear swingout doors shall be an area with nothing mounted to create space for the storage of officer turnout gear.

• Holmatro Combi Tool PCT50

• Four (4) MSA G1 SCBAs with four (4) spare cylinders

• 2.5-gallon water can

• 10lb. ABC Extinguisher

• Four (4) Turtle Plastic Stair Cribbing SC-1

• SuperVac 18” Fan with Milwaukee M18/M28 Batteries, V18-BL-SP

If any of the above items need to be moved to another tray to make all the items fit on the slides, document the change for the customer to review.

All appropriate equipment mounts for the above listed items shall be included in the bid.

VERTICAL PULL-OUT TOOL BOARDS

Vertical pull-out tool boards shall be provided. Each tool board shall be constructed of 3/16" smooth aluminum allowing mounting of equipment on both sides of the tool boards. Each tool board shall be attached to #250 rated slides, one at the top and one at the bottom of the tool board. 3/16" aluminum angles shall attach the slides to tracking to allow horizontal adjustments. A gas shock shall be used to secure the tool board in the stored and deployed position.

Vertical pull-out tool boards shall be located as follows:

Rear wall of the driver side toolbox that is accessed from inside the ARE covered area.

The following items shall be mounted on the slide-out toolboard:

• 24” Bolt Cutters

• 36” Pry Bar

• Pike Head Axe

• 36” Crow Bar

• Two (2) 4’ pike poles with plaster hooks

All appropriate equipment mounts for the above listed items shall be included in the bid.

OFFICER SIDE TOOL STORAGE

Four (4) NY hooks 6’ tubes shall be installed on the rear wall of the officer side bed cover toolbox. The tubes shall be accessed from the rear of the apparatus.

**** LETTERING AND STRIPING ****

FRONT CAB DOOR LETTERING

Fourteen (14) 4" Sign Gold letters will be provided on the front cab doors per the department's requirements.

The letters shall be shaded in a contrasting color.

“SQUAD 84” shall be installed on the front cab doors.

REAR CAB DOOR LETTERING

Forty-Eight (48) 4" Sign Gold letters will be provided on the rear cab doors per the department's requirements.

The letters shall be shaded in a contrasting color.

“TIGERVILLE” shall be installed arched on the rear cab doors.

“FIRE DEPARTMENT” shall be installed straight on the rear cab doors.

*NFPA REQUIRED SCOTCH-LITE STRIPING *

SCOTCH-LITE STRIPE

A six (6) inch high "Scotch-Lite" stripe will be provided. The stripe will be applied on a minimum of 60 percent of each side of the unit, 60 percent on the rear of the unit and 40 percent on the front of the unit. The Scotch-Lite stripe layout will be determined by the Fire Department.

The Scotch-Lite will be black in color.

A six (6) inch simple "Z" effect will be incorporated into the Scotch-Lite scheme on the body. Final layout of this configuration will be determined by the Fire Department.

SCOTCH-LITE ACCENT STRIPE

A 1" high Scotch-Lite material accent stripe will be incorporated into the Scotch-Lite scheme to border the primary Scotch-Lite stripe on the top and bottom edges. Final layout of this configuration will be determined by the Fire Department.

The Scotch-Lite will be black in color.

REAR CHEVRON STRIPING

The entire rear of the truck will be covered with alternating strips of reflective striping.

The striping will be 6" Diamond Grade Scotch-Lite.

The Diamond Grade Scotch-Lite will be Red in color. The black shall be standard Scotchlite.

3.20. One (1) Year - New Product Material and Workmanship Warranty

The manufacturer must warrant each new item of fire and rescue apparatus manufactured by it against defects in material and workmanship provided the apparatus is used in a normal and reasonable manner. This warranty is extended only to the original user-purchaser for a period of one year from the date of delivery to the original user-purchaser.

The manufacturer's obligation under this warranty shall be strictly limited to replacing or repairing, as the manufacturer may elect, any part or parts of such apparatus which the Company’s examination discloses to be defective in material or workmanship.

The manufacturer shall reserve the right to require any such repairs to be made either at a manufacturer owned service facility or another approved service facility at the Company’s option.

Transportation cost to and from the servicing location is the responsibility of the user-purchaser.

The manufacturer's warranty shall not apply to:

• Major components or trade accessories such as purchased chassis, engines, transmissions, tires, pumps, signaling devices, or batteries that have a separate warranty by the original manufacturer or to ancillary equipment used in firefighting.

• Normal adjustments and maintenance services.

• Replacement of consumable parts including, but not limited to; filters, lubricants, belts, light bulbs, wiper blades, brake linings and brake pads.

• Failure resulting from the apparatus being operated in a manner or for a purpose not recommended by the manufacturer.

• Any apparatus, which shall have been repaired, modified or altered in any way so as, in the

Company’s sole judgment, to have adversely affected the unit’s stability or reliability.

• Items subjected to misuse, negligence, accident or improper maintenance.

• Loss of time or use of the vehicle, inconvenience or other incidental expenses.

Nothing contained in this warranty shall make the manufacturer liable beyond the express limitations hereof, for loss, injury or damage of any kind to any person or entity resulting from any defect or failure in this vehicle.

To the extent permitted by law, THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR

IMPLIED, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND

FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.

To the extent permitted by law, this warranty is also in lieu of all other obligations or liabilities on the part of the manufacturer or the Seller, including liability for incidental and consequential damages.

The manufacturer shall make no representation that the vehicle has the capacity to perform any functions other than as contained in the Company’s written literature, catalogs or specifications accompanying delivery of the vehicle.

No person or affiliated manufacturer representative shall be authorized to give any other warranties or to assume any other liability on behalf of the manufacturer in connection with sale, service or repair of any apparatus manufactured.

4. Instructions to Offerors

4.1. Pre-Proposal Meeting

A Pre-Proposal meeting is not scheduled for this project.

4.2. Pricing

The price shall be F.O.B. Destination, on a delivered and accepted basis at the Fire Department.

Total price on responder's proposal sheet must include all items listed in these specifications. Listing any items contained in the specification as an extra cost item, unless specifically requested to do so in these specifications, shall automatically be cause for rejection.

Bidder shall compute pricing less federal and state taxes. It is understood that any applicable taxes shall be added to the proposed prices, unless the purchaser furnishes appropriate tax-exempt forms.

4.3. Bonding

Bonding will not be required for this project.

4.4. Statement of Qualifications

Vendor shall include the following with their response:

A. Overview of company background.

B. Corporate/individual qualifications and experiences, including certifications.

C. List of at least three (3) references including names, addresses, and telephone numbers of current or previous customers. Vendor should include any South Carolina governmental entity reference.

D. Scope of Work/Task List to show understanding of the project and proposed steps of implementing.

E. A proposed schedule from the Notice to Proceed through Final Acceptance.

F. Compliance Form located in Attachments.

G. Copy of company's Certificate of Insurance showing limits.

https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/greenvillecounty/projects/179278/document?section=1647016

4.5. Submission Procedures and Requirements

A. All submissions must be received by Friday, July 25, 2025 at 3:00 pm. Submissions will not be accepted after the deadline. There will be no exceptions. Responders submitting proposals shall be responsible for all cost of preparing such proposals.

B. Responders to this solicitation shall closely examine the specific requirements noted herein and the attached Terms and Conditions. Facsimile transmittals, hard copies or offers communicated by telephone will not be accepted or considered.

C. Proposals shall be organized in the following manner with the subject headings and sequence indicated.

1. Introduction

2. Experience and Past Performance

3. Organization and Personnel

4. Proposed Solution(s)

5. References

6. Pricing, Hourly Rates and Other Fees

7. Other Information Requested

D. License and Permits – The Contractor shall obtain all applicable licenses, and promptly pay all taxes required by the State of South Carolina, and/or Greenville County.

4.6. Inquiries and Addenda

Offerors shall submit all inquiries regarding this RFP via the County’s online procurement Portal, located at https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/greenvillecounty. Please note the deadline for submitting inquiries. All answers to inquiries will be posted on the County’s online procurement Portal. Offerors may also click “Follow” on this bid to receive an email notification when answers are posted. It is the responsibility of the bidder to check the website for answers to inquiries. The County will not be responsible for or bound by any oral instructions made by any employee(s) of the County in regard to this RFP.

Addenda Notification: This RFP represents the most definite statement Greenville County will make concerning information upon which proposals are to be based. Offerors are required to register for an account via the County’s online procurement Portal hosted by OpenGov. Once you have completed the registration, you will receive addenda notifications to your email by clicking “Follow” on this project.

Ultimately, it is sole responsibility of each proposer to periodically check the site for any addenda at https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/greenvillecounty. No addenda will be issued later than five

(5) working days prior to the date for receipt for proposals except an addendum which, if necessary, postpones the date for receipt of proposals or cancels this RFP. Vendors shall acknowledge receipt of all addenda

5. General Information

A. Proprietary Information – The County of Greenville is a public body and governed by the South

Carolina Freedom of Information Act. Documents submitted to the County relating to this

Solicitation are subject to requirements of the Freedom of Information Act and may be deemed public records.

B. Errors and Omissions – The Responder will not be allowed to take advantage of any errors or omissions in the Request for Proposals. Where errors or omissions appear in the RFP, the

Responder shall promptly notify the County of Greenville in writing of such error or omission it discovers. Any significant error, omission and/or inconsistency in the specifications are to be reported as soon as possible but no later than five (5) days before such time the response is to be submitted.

C. Withdrawal of Proposal – An official representative of a Responder may withdraw a

Responder’s response at any time prior to the proposal submission deadline. Acceptable proof establishing that he/she is the representative of the Responder must be provided.

D. Non-Endorsement – If the County awards a contract, the successful Responder shall not issue any news release or other statement relating to the award or servicing of the agreement which state or imply the County of Greenville’s endorsement of the successful Responder’s services.

6. Insurance

6.1. Insurance Requirements

The contractor is responsible for and must have all required insurance listed below and shall not commence work under the associated contract until it has obtained all insurance required, and the

Fire Department has approved such insurance in writing, nor shall the Contractor allow any subcontractor to commence work on its subcontract until all similar insurance required of the subcontractor has been obtained. All insurance policies shall be maintained for the life of the contract.

A. THE TIGERVILLE FIRE DEPARTMENT (TFD) SHALL BE NAMED AS “ADDITIONAL INSURED” FOR

ITS INTEREST on all policies of insurance except Worker’s Compensation, Automobile Liability, and Professional Errors and Omissions, as regards ongoing operations, products and completed operations, and this shall be noted on the face of the Certificate of Insurance. As a part of the certificate of insurance requirement the contractor shall also include acknowledgement and acceptance of the wavier of subrogation provision granted to the Tigerville Fire Department.

This acknowledgement and acceptance should be included in the same section of the Certificate of Insurance that evidences the “Additional Insured” provision.

B. Certificates for all such policies of insurance shall be provided by the Contractor's insurance agent or broker to the TFD within 10 working days from the date of Notice of Award.

C. All Certificates of Insurance submitted shall provide on the face of the certificate reference to

County's RFP #RFP #26003.

D. Contractor will provide TFD a minimum of 30 days advance notice in the event the insurance policies (or an insurance policy) are canceled. Subcontractors approved to perform work on this project are subject to all of the requirements in this Section.

E. Contractor agrees to maintain and keep in force during the life of this Agreement, with a company or companies authorized to do business in South Carolina, the following insurance policies:

1. Comprehensive General Liability:

a. $1,000,000 per occurrence - combined single limit /

b. $2,000,000 general aggregate, to include products and completed operations.

2. Automobile Liability:

a. $1,000,000 per occurrence - combined single limit (Coverage shall include bodily injury and property damage and cover all vehicles including owned, non-owned and hired)

3. Statutory Worker's Compensation:

a. Coverage A - State of SC

b. Coverage B - Employers liability

i. $1,000,000 Each Accident

ii. $1,000,000 Disease, Per Employee

iii. $1,000,000 Disease, Policy Limit

c. Policies shall contain a waiver of subrogation in favor of and/or that applies to the

Tigerville Fire Department, its departments, agencies, boards, employees, and commissions for losses from work performed by or on behalf of the contractor.

No deviation from this coverage’s will be accepted unless, in the TFD's sole discretion, it is more advantageous to the TFD, i.e., $1,000,000 - a $2,000,000 or $5,000,000 limit would be acceptable.

7. Evaluation Phases

The proposals will be evaluated on the following criteria. Greenville County reserves the right to interview responders or have demonstrations to this RFP at its discretion. Greenville County will not be responsible for any costs associated with interviews of responders or demonstrations.

No. Evaluation Criteria Scoring Method Weight (Points)

1. Responsiveness to this RFP 0-5 Points 5 (10% of Total)

2. Cost 0-5 Points 5 (10% of Total)

3. Previous Experience on Projects of Similar

Scope and Size 0-5 Points 5

(10% of Total)

4. References 0-5 Points 5 (10% of Total)

5. Commitment for expedient delivery 0-5 Points 5 (10% of Total)

6. Commitment to the general conditions herein, including warranty 0-5 Points 5

(10% of Total)

7. Completeness of the proposal 0-5 Points 5 (10% of Total)

8. Manufacturing and Delivery Schedule 0-5 Points 5 (10% of Total)

9. Equipment suppliers and/or local representative's demonstrated capabilities and qualifications

0-5 Points 5 (10% of Total)

10. Specifications Met on Compliance Form 0-5 Points 5 (10% of Total)

8. Terms and Conditions

8.1. Safety, Health, and Security

Contractor shall be solely responsible for its activities, that of its employees on the site and activities of its consultants, contractors and/or subcontractors for maintaining a safe job site. Contractor’s activities and activities of its consultants, contractors and/or subcontractors shall comply with all local, state, and federal safety regulations and their enforcement agencies. Contractor shall at all times conduct its operations under this Contract in a manner to avoid risk of endangerment to the health and safety of persons and property.